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Arotrura divaricata
Arotrura divaricata is a species of moth in the family Scythrididae, described by Braun in 1923. The genus Arotrura is part of a small family of microlepidoptera commonly known as flower moths. Very little specific information is available about this particular species.
Arotrura formidabilis
Arotrura formidabilis is a species of moth in the family Scythrididae, described by Landry in 1991. The genus Arotrura belongs to a group of small moths commonly known as flower moths. The specific epithet 'formidabilis' suggests formidable or impressive characteristics, though detailed documentation of this species remains limited in published literature.
Landryia impositella
Landryia impositella is a minute moth in the family Scythrididae, known from prairie and grassland habitats in western Canada and the northern United States. Adults are among the smallest Lepidoptera, with a body length of approximately 4–5 mm. The species was originally described in the genus Butalis before being transferred to Landryia. Like other members of this genus, it is associated with composite flowers, particularly those in the Asteraceae.
Landryia matutella
Landryia matutella is a minute moth in the family Scythrididae, a group commonly known as flower moths. The genus Landryia is distinguished by strikingly asymmetrical genitalia. Most species in this group remain undescribed despite being collected for decades, with only 4-6 described species per genus though dozens are known. This species has been recorded from Saskatchewan, Canada.
Landryia reducta
Landryia reducta is a microlepidopteran moth in the family Scythrididae, a group commonly known as flower moths. Members of the genus Landryia are distinguished by strikingly asymmetrical genitalia, a diagnostic feature within the Scythrididae. The species belongs to a poorly resolved taxonomic group where most genera contain dozens of known but undescribed species.
Neoscythris fissirostris
Neoscythris fissirostris is a small moth in the family Scythrididae, described by Edward Meyrick in 1928. It occurs in southwestern and central North America, with records from Arizona, California, Kansas, New Mexico, and Texas. The species has a wingspan of 10–15 mm and exhibits distinctive forewing patterning with a white median streak. Like other scythridids, it has been observed visiting flowers of composite plants.
Rhamphura altisierrae
Rhamphura altisierrae is a species of microlepidopteran moth in the family Scythrididae, a group of small moths commonly known as flower moths. The species epithet "altisierrae" suggests an association with high mountain ranges (sierras). As with many Scythrididae, adults are likely small with narrow wings and relatively inconspicuous coloration.
Schinia acutilinea
Acute-lined Flower Moth, Angled Gem
Schinia acutilinea is a small noctuid moth found in arid western North America. Adults have a wingspan of 25–27 mm and are active in August. The species was described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1878 and was synonymized with Schinia accessa by David F. Hardwick in 1996, though subsequent research by Michael G. Pogue suggests this lumped multiple distinct species.
Schinia albafascia
Schinia albafascia is a noctuid moth in the genus Schinia, a diverse group of flower-associated moths known for their colorful appearance and specialized host plant relationships. The species occurs in western North America from the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific Coast. Adults are active from mid-summer through early autumn. The larvae feed specifically on Ericameria nauseosa, a shrubby member of the sunflower family.
Schinia antonio
Schinia antonio is a small moth in the family Noctuidae, endemic to southern Texas. It has a wingspan of approximately 9 mm. The larvae are known to feed on species of Aphanostephus, a genus of flowering plants in the aster family. As a member of the genus Schinia, it likely exhibits the flower-associated behavior typical of this group, though specific adult behaviors remain poorly documented.
Schinia arcigera
Arcigera Flower Moth
Schinia arcigera is a noctuid moth commonly known as the Arcigera Flower Moth. First described by Achille Guenée in 1852, this species is widely distributed across North America. The adult moths are active during late summer and early autumn, with flight periods varying by latitude. The larvae are specialized feeders on several species of asters and related plants in the family Asteraceae.
Schinia arefacta
arefacta flower moth
Schinia arefacta, the arefacta flower moth, is a noctuid moth endemic to Florida and Georgia. It belongs to a large genus of flower moths known for their colorful appearance and close association with host plant flowers. The species was described by H. Edwards in 1885. Like other members of the genus Schinia, adults likely visit flowers for nectar and rest on their host plants.
Schinia argentifascia
Schinia argentifascia is a small moth in the family Noctuidae, described by Barnes & McDunnough in 1912. It is known from arid regions of the southwestern United States and adjacent Mexico. The species is associated with Ericameria (rabbitbrush) as a larval host. Like other members of the genus Schinia, adults likely rest on or near their host plant flowers.
Schinia aurantiaca
Schinia aurantiaca is a small noctuid moth native to western North America. The species exhibits bright orange coloration and has a wingspan of approximately 17 mm. Larvae are specialized feeders on flowers of Eriastrum sapphirinum and Gilia species. Two subspecies are recognized: S. a. aurantiaca and S. a. tenuimargo.
Schinia biforma
Schinia biforma is a small noctuid moth species described by Smith in 1906. It occurs in the south-central United States, with documented records from Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. The species has a wingspan of approximately 21 mm. Larvae are known to feed on Amblyolepis setigera, a member of the sunflower family.
Schinia bina
bina flower moth
Schinia bina is a small noctuid moth with a wingspan of approximately 11 mm. The species occurs across a broad North American range from Mexico City northward to central Florida and into the Canadian prairies. Adults are active in summer with a single annual generation. Larvae are specialized feeders on flowers and developing seeds of specific host plants in the Asteraceae family.
Schinia carrizoensis
Carrizo flower moth
Schinia carrizoensis is a species of flower moth in the family Noctuidae, described by Osbourne in 2010. It is known only from central California. The wingspan is approximately 31 mm. As a member of the genus Schinia, it likely shares the characteristic behavior of resting on host plant flowers during the day, though specific details for this species remain limited.
Schinia chrysellus
Chrysellus Flower Moth
Schinia chrysellus is a noctuid moth native to the Great Plains of North America. The species belongs to the genus Schinia, a diverse group of flower moths known for their colorful appearance and close association with host plants. Adults are diurnal and visit flowers for nectar. The caterpillars feed on the flowers and seed pods of their host plants, a trait common to many species in this genus.
Schinia ciliata
Snakeweed Flower Moth
Schinia ciliata, commonly known as the Snakeweed Flower Moth, is a small noctuid moth in the subfamily Heliothinae. It is distributed across the southwestern and south-central United States. The species has a wingspan of approximately 22 mm and is closely associated with its larval host plant, Gutierrezia sarothrae. Adults are diurnal and often found resting on or near flowers of their host plant.
Schinia coercita
Schinia coercita is a noctuid moth described by Grote in 1881. It is a member of the flower moth genus Schinia, which contains over 120 species in North America. The species has been documented in the southwestern United States, specifically Arizona and California. Like other Schinia species, adults are likely associated with host plant flowers for feeding and oviposition.
Schinia crenilinea
creniline flower moth
Schinia crenilinea, the creniline flower moth, is a small noctuid moth with a wingspan of approximately 24 mm. The species is restricted to the south-central United States, occurring in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. Adults are active during late spring and summer. Like other members of the genus Schinia, it is likely associated with specific host plants for larval development, though detailed life history information remains limited.
Schinia crotchii
Schinia crotchii is a small noctuid moth in the subfamily Heliothinae. It was formerly treated as a synonym of Schinia cupes but has been restored to full species status based on systematic revision. The species has a restricted distribution in western North America, with larvae that feed specifically on Castilleja exserta.
Schinia deserticola
A small noctuid moth of western North American deserts, formerly treated as a subspecies of Schinia cupes. Adults have a wingspan of 22–28 mm. The species is closely tied to its larval host plant Camissonia claviformis, with adults typically found resting on or near the flowers.
Schinia diffusa
Schinia diffusa is a small noctuid moth species described by Smith in 1891. The species is characterized by a wingspan of 23–28 mm and is known to occur in North America, with confirmed records from Colorado and Texas. Larvae feed specifically on Machaeranthera annua, an annual asteraceous plant. Like other members of the genus Schinia, adults are likely associated with the flowers of their larval host plants.
Schinia dobla
Schinia dobla is a noctuid moth first described by Smith in 1906. The species is known from the southwestern United States, specifically Arizona, California, and Nevada. Its larvae are documented to feed on Ambrosia dumosa, a desert shrub in the sunflower family. Like other members of the genus Schinia, adults likely rest on or near their host plant flowers.
Schinia edwardsii
Schinia edwardsii is a small noctuid moth in the genus Schinia, a diverse group of flower-associated moths often called "flower moths." The species was described by Smith in 1906 and is restricted to the northwestern United States. Like other Schinia species, adults are likely diurnal and associated with specific host plant flowers.
Schinia felicitata
Schinia felicitata is a small noctuid moth with a wingspan of 27–28 mm, distributed from northern Mexico northward to southern California and southwest Utah. The larvae feed specifically on Oenothera deltoides (desert evening primrose). Like other members of the genus Schinia, adults are likely flower-visitors, though detailed behavioral observations for this species are limited.
Schinia fulleri
Fuller's flower moth
Schinia fulleri is a small noctuid moth endemic to central Florida, described by McElvare in 1961. Adults have a wingspan of approximately 23 mm. The species is univoltine, with one generation per year. Larvae are specialist feeders on Balduina angustifolia, a member of the sunflower family.
Schinia gaurae
Clouded Crimson Moth, Clouded Crimson
Schinia gaurae, the clouded crimson moth, is a Noctuidae moth species described by James Edward Smith in 1797. It is widely distributed across North America from the Great Plains to the southwestern United States and Mexico. The species exhibits univoltine or bivoltine life history depending on latitude, with larvae specializing on Gaura species. Adults are notable for their distinctive crimson and white coloration.
Schinia gracilenta
Slender Flower Moth, Iva Flower Moth
Schinia gracilenta is a small noctuid moth native to North America, first described by Jacob Hübner in 1818. The species has a wingspan of approximately 28 mm and produces one generation annually. It is listed as endangered in Connecticut, reflecting localized population concerns in parts of its range.
Schinia grandimedia
Rockies Boneset Flower Moth
Schinia grandimedia, known as the Rockies Boneset Flower Moth, is a small noctuid moth described by David F. Hardwick in 1996. The species exhibits a highly specialized ecological relationship with its host plant, feeding on Brickellia eupatorioides during its larval stage. It occurs in the south-central United States with a distribution centered on the Rocky Mountain foothills and adjacent plains. The moth has a single annual generation and is active during the summer months.
Schinia honesta
Black-Spotted Gem
Schinia honesta, commonly known as the black-spotted gem, is a small noctuid moth first described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1881. It is one of approximately 123 species in the genus Schinia found in North America north of Mexico. The species is characterized by its relatively small size, with a wingspan of about 25–26 mm. Like other members of its genus, it is likely associated with specific host plants for larval development, though detailed life history information remains limited.
Schinia hulstia
Hulst's Flower Moth
Hulst's Flower Moth is a small noctuid moth described by Tepper in 1883. The species was named in honor of George Duryea Hulst, an entomologist and authority on the Catocalinae. It is found across the Great Plains and adjacent regions of western North America, with a wingspan of approximately 24 mm.
Schinia intermontana
Schinia intermontana is a noctuid moth described by Hardwick in 1958. It was formerly considered a subspecies of Schinia villosa but has since been elevated to full species status. The species is distributed across the interior western United States and southwestern Canada. Larvae feed on Erigeron species.
Schinia intrabilis
Schinia intrabilis is a small noctuid moth native to the southwestern United States. Adults are active in early spring, with a single generation per year. The species has a wingspan of approximately 23 mm. Larvae are specialized feeders on Pluchea sericea, a shrub in the aster family.
Schinia jaguarina
Jaguar Flower Moth
Schinia jaguarina, commonly known as the Jaguar Flower Moth, is a noctuid moth species first described by Achille Guenée in 1852. The species is distributed across the Great Plains and adjacent regions of North America, with records from Canada south through Mexico. Adults are active primarily during summer months and are attracted to light. The larvae are specialized feeders on leguminous plants.
Schinia lucens
Leadplant Flower Moth, False Indigo Flower Moth
Schinia lucens is a small noctuid moth with distinctive mottled pink coloration. The species was first described by Herbert Knowles Morrison in 1875. It is known from the central and western United States, where it is closely associated with Amorpha host plants. Adults have a wingspan of approximately 25–28 mm and are active during summer months.
Schinia lynx
Lynx Flower Moth
Schinia lynx, commonly known as the lynx flower moth, is a noctuid moth native to eastern and central North America. The species exhibits a univoltine life cycle with one generation per year. Adults are associated with flowers of their host plants, where they likely rest and feed on nectar. The larval stage is specialized, feeding on two genera of Asteraceae: Erigeron and Heterotheca subaxillaris.
Schinia maculata
Schinia maculata is a small noctuid moth described by Pogue in 2006. It is known exclusively from south-eastern Texas, with adults active in mid-October. The species belongs to a genus of colorful flower moths, though specific details about its biology remain poorly documented.
Schinia mcfarlandi
Schinia mcfarlandi is a noctuid moth described by Opler in 2004. It belongs to the genus Schinia, a diverse group of flower moths known for their colorful appearance and diurnal activity. The species is found in North America, though specific details about its biology remain poorly documented.
Schinia meadi
Mead's Flower Moth
Schinia meadi is a small noctuid moth of western North America, described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1873. Adults have a wingspan of approximately 24 mm and are active from June to July. The species belongs to the flower moth genus Schinia, whose larvae typically feed on flowers and seed pods of their host plants.
Schinia miniana
Desert Marigold Moth, desert-marigold moth
Schinia miniana is a small noctuid moth native to arid regions of western North America. The species was described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1881. Adults have a wingspan of 19–24 mm. Larvae feed on Baileya (desert marigold), giving the moth its common name.
Schinia mitis
matutinal flower moth
Schinia mitis is a day-flying noctuid moth known for its highly restricted morning activity period. Unlike most noctuids, it is active only for a few hours after dawn, coinciding with the opening of its host plant flowers. The species exhibits a narrow geographic distribution in the southeastern United States and has been documented feeding on Pyrrhopappus species as larvae.
Schinia mortua
Schinia mortua is a small noctuid moth found across the western half of North America. Adults have a wingspan of 23–27 mm. The species is associated with host plants in the Asteraceae family, specifically Grindelia and Haplopappus, on which the larvae feed. Like many Schinia species, adults are likely flower-visiting and may be active during daylight hours.
Schinia n-sp
Schinia n-sp is an undescribed species of flower moth in the family Noctuidae, genus Schinia. The 'n-sp' designation indicates it is a new species awaiting formal scientific description. Members of this genus are typically small to medium-sized noctuid moths with strong associations with specific host plants, often Asteraceae. The genus Schinia is well-known among lepidopterists for its colorful species and specialized ecological relationships.
Schinia niveicosta
Spanish Needles Flower Moth
Schinia niveicosta is a noctuid moth species found in the southwestern United States. Adults are recorded primarily in March and April, with additional records from May and September through November, as well as January and February. The species is associated with the host plant Palafoxia linearis, on which its larvae feed. The common name Spanish Needles Flower Moth reflects its presumed association with flowers of its host plant.
Schinia nr-jaguarina
Jaguar Flower Moth (near species)
Schinia nr-jaguarina is a flower moth in the family Noctuidae, closely related to or potentially conspecific with Schinia jaguarina. The 'nr' designation indicates it is near the described species, suggesting possible taxonomic uncertainty or geographic variation. Like other members of the genus Schinia, it is likely diurnal and associated with specific host plants.
Schinia nubila
Camphorweed Flower Moth, Brown Flower Moth
Schinia nubila, known as the camphorweed flower moth or brown flower moth, is a small noctuid moth described by Herman Strecker in 1876. The species has a wingspan of 22–24 mm and completes one generation annually. Larvae have been documented feeding on Heterotheca subaxillaris and Solidago species. Its geographic range spans from Oklahoma to New Jersey, south to Florida and Texas, with documented expansion northeastward.
Schinia nundina
Goldenrod Flower Moth
Schinia nundina, commonly known as the goldenrod flower moth, is a noctuid moth native to eastern and central North America. The species was first described by Dru Drury in 1773. Adults are typically encountered in late summer and early autumn when their host plants are in bloom. The species has one generation per year.
Schinia obliqua
Schinia obliqua is a small noctuid moth in the subfamily Heliothinae, first described by Smith in 1883. The species is native to western North America, with confirmed records from California to Colorado and western Texas. Adults are active from July through September. The wingspan measures approximately 23 mm. Schinia unimacula was synonymized with this species in 1996 but later resurrected as a separate species in 2003, though some taxonomic uncertainty may persist.